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July 2020
Walt Whitman Birth Place Association Presents Shark Minus Mother with Susana H. Case, Jami Macarti, and Dayna Patterson
WWBA is delighted to present “Shark Minus Mother” with Jami Macarty, Dayna Patterson, and Susana H. Case. Three women with poetry books released during the pandemic offer their poems to you from New York City, Tucson/Vancouver, and Bellingham, Washington. Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining our efforts. We can…
Find out more »The Art Guild of Port Washington Presents Floral Watercolors with Esther Marie
Fill your home with florals that won’t fade. Together, we’ll explore floral watercolors, with a focus on the most popular flowers. Find inspiration in the shapes and hues, and use the familiar as a jumping-off point. Artists of all skill levels can find success in this loose style by using color theory to express emotion and mood, while experimenting with different application techniques. Includes two days: July 24 and July 31
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birth Place Association Presents Poetry Reading with Russ Green
WWBA is delighted to present a featured reading with Long Island poet and stellar friend to the arts Russ Green. Join us for this intriguing event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining our efforts. We can keep our weekly online programs and community engagement going only with the support of individuals like you. Contributions in…
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Presents Whitman, Race, & Racism Discussion with Distinctive Scholar Ed Folsom, Ph.D.
WWBA is delighted to present “Whitman, Race, & Racism”, a discussion with Distinctive Whitman Scholar and Professor Ed Folsom, Ph.D. This historical program focuses on Whitman, a Civil War era poet, who proclaimed his love for democracy in his writing. Professor Folsom will include facts about Whitman’s writings on race, Black writers’ responses to Whitman over the past 125 years, and the current conversation about the Whitman statue situated at Rutgers University-Camden. The presentation will then be opened up for…
Find out more »August 2020
Walt Whitman Birth Place Association Presents Existential Quandaries Reading and Discussion Series with Jack Coulehan, MD
WWBA is delighted to present “Existential Quandaries”, a Reading and Discussion series with Emeritus Professor of Medicine & WWBA Board of Trustees President Jack Coulehan. Each week an existential question will be posed with related reading. The group will then meet on Zoom for a discussion and exchange of ideas. Interested individuals may join at any time in the series; a $10 registration fee covers as many of the discussions as an individual would like to attend. Join us in…
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Presents Poetry Reading with George Wallace, WWBA Writer In Residence
WWBA is delighted to present a featured reading with George Wallace, Writer in Residence at the Walt Whitman Birthplace, first poet laureate of Suffolk County NY, former laureate of the International Beat Poetry Festival, and author of 31 chapbooks of poetry. Join us for this intriguing event on Zoom! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining…
Find out more »Huntington Arts Council presents: “On the Block” Art Auction
“On the Block” Art Auction includes the work of notable artists representing a diverse selection of artistic genres and is being held for the general public. Outstanding pieces, donated by mid to late career artists will be featured. Bidding concludes Aug. 28 at 8pm, when the winning bids will be announced. Proceeds from this event support the Huntington Arts Council and the diverse variety of arts programs we provide to the community. Final Bids Aug. 28.
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Presents Virtual Children’s Masterpiece Painting Event: Van Gogh and Whitman
How was Vincent van Gogh inspired by Walt Whitman? Children can join an interactive art event guided by an experienced art and history instructor while learning the answer to this question and painting their own masterpiece at home! Saturday, August 15, 2020 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM $10 WWBA is delighted to offer a Children’s Educational Art Event virtually! Children will learn the history of French painter Vincent Van Gogh and how he was inspired by American poet Walt Whitman’s…
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Poetry Reading with Maggie Bloomfield
WWBA is delighted to present a reading with poet and Emmy-winning lyricist Maggie Bloomfield. She will be reading from her new poetry collection Sleepless Nights. Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining our efforts. We can keep our weekly online programs and community engagement going only with the support of…
Find out more »Modern Classics Theatre Company of Long Island: “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof”
The setting is the Mississippi plantation of Big Daddy and his brood, gathered for the patriarch’s birthday and to celebrate his clean bill of health after extensive medical examinations. The play examines the relationships between members of Big Daddy’s family, primarily between his son Brick and Maggie ‘the cat’, Brick’s wife. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1955.
Find out more »Art League of Nassau County Virtual Member Summer Show
This virtual gallery is comprised of members' paintings in various mediums for viewing on our website.
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Outdoor Meditation, Yoga, and Poetry with Christina M. Rau
WWBA is delighted to present Outdoor Meditation and Yoga with Christina M. Rau. On a chair or on a mat, in the WWBA garden or in the comfort of your own home, you can join in for a gentle session of meditation, yoga, and a little bit of poetry listening. Breathe and move to settle your thoughts and find some moments of calm and peace. Open to all levels, including first-timers. Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation…
Find out more »The Art Guild Presents “Alcohol Inks: Simple Techniques = Vivid Results” with Lorraine Rimmelin
Painting with ALCOHOL INK can be enjoyed by everyone from professional artists to those who have never painted before. In this workshop you will acquire the basics of painting with ALCOHOL INKS while having fun exploring the beauty of this free flowing medium. You will learn new and exciting ways to render loose and spontaneous flowers and landscapes. We will experiment with various methods such as free flowing, pouring, painting with brushes, sponges & much more. You will create individual…
Find out more »September 2020
Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Poetry Reading with Long Island Poetry Collective
WWBA is delighted to present a group poetry reading with The Long Island Poetry Collective (LIPC). This group features readings from a diverse group of poets sharing poems in their own unique styles with a variety of inspirations and influences. Join us for a night that contains multitudes of dynamic poetry! $5 suggested donation Contributions in any amount are greatly appreciated! To donate please visit: https://www.waltwhitman.org/join-donate/donate/ The LIPC will be presenting a reading of poems by members of the two…
Find out more »Suburban Art League Art Demonstration: Artist TBA
An art demonstration artist TBA. Email tomandtony@msn.com, call (516)334-2551, or visit suburbanart.org for more information.
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Poetry Reading with Cathryn Shea
WWBA is delighted to present a poetry reading with Cathryn Shea. Cathryn will read from her latest full-length poetry collection, Genealogy Lesson for the Laity, and a selection of poems from her chapbooks, as well as some new poems that were written recently.Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining our…
Find out more »Huntington Arts Council Presents Conversations in the Arts: “Musical Theater”
Conversations in the Arts is a series of participatory talks that stimulate ideas and promote the arts. They explore concepts and encourage collaborations. Discussions are engaging and thought provoking. It is very interesting to hear opposing views and different thoughts on each topic. It is not important that we agree; it is important that we have the conversations. After a panel discussion, we engage audience members in the discussion, and, when possible, encourage a networking session. We would welcome input…
Find out more »Huntington Historical Society presents: Outdoor Antiques Sale
A multi-vendor antiques & collectibles sale. Entry is free, masks required for entry. Visit our historic Kissam property and browse beautiful antiques from dealers all across Long Island. Our Kissam barn sale, usually full of furniture, books, and smalls, will be held outdoors under a tent for maximum safety. And our beloved Antiques and Collectibles Shop will also be open and is full of fabulous finds! Sale Location: Huntington Historical Society's Kissam House, 434 Park Avenue, Huntington Featuring: – Antiques…
Find out more »Irene Clark Presents a Monotype Workshop Special Summer Event
The painterly print. Become a printmaker in a day. For more information or to register, email Irene at irene@ireneclark.net or call (212)439-8767.
Find out more »Canta Libre: Music for Flute, Harp and Strings
Canta Libre appears for this festive Saturday evening concert with a special guest artist.
Find out more »*Northport Arts Coalition – Northport ArtWalk
Tentative date, subject to the CDC recommendations* Sunday, September 13th from 1 to 5PM. A Fall walking tour of "Galleries for a day" on Main Street, Northport. Artists display and sell their work in stores while musicians serenade on the street. Admission is free an open to the public. *Check website for updates - www.northportarts.org*
Find out more »Huntington Arts Council’s Annual Benefit 2020
Join us on September 17, 2020 for our Annual Benefit honoring Asia Lee, artist, entrepreneur & philanthropist with the Harry & Sandy Chapin Arts and Humanitarian Award as well as recognizing Huntington Community Band, Huntington, NY, celebrating its 75th Anniversary, and Kevin F. Harrington, Producer/Director of Plaza Theatrical Productions Inc. each of whom will be acknowledged with a Harry & Sandy Chapin Legacy Award. On Thursday, September 17, 2020 we will be hosting a cocktail reception and dinner from 6-10pm…
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Presents “A Queer Meeting: Wilde and Whitman in Camden, NJ” Discussion with Andrew Rimby
WWBA is delighted to present “A Queer Meeting: Wilde and Whitman in Camden, NJ,” a discussion with Andrew Rimby. Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your online contributions have never been more vital to sustaining our efforts. We can keep our weekly online programs and community engagement going only with the support of individuals like you. Contributions in any…
Find out more »Babylon Village presents ART WALK
Babylon Village Arts Council in partnership with the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its first ART WALK on Saturday, September 19 from 11-3. This self-paved walk will feature 10 artists and 8 poets as well as a scavenger hunt for children. Maps and information may be picked up in front of Ooh La La on Main Street. or may be downloaded from BVAC website: www.babylonvillagaearts.org. This events is free and is made possible in part through Suffolk County…
Find out more »The Babylon Chorale presents: Virtual Mondays Spirituals
Every Monday, the Babylon Chorale will be bringing in a specialist to discuss a variety of topics related to choral music. Sessions will be one hour in length followed by a brief Q&A with the presenter. This week, Dr. Felicia Barber will be presenting about Spirituals. For information on registering to attend this event, please visit www.babylonchorale.org
Find out more »Huntington Historical Society presents: Virtual Lunch & Learn
Our popular Lunch and Learn events are on pause, so we're bringing you a virtual program each month until we can be together again! "Hidden Historic Homes of Huntington" Thursday, September 24, 12pm Enjoy your own lunch as Society Trustee Toby Kissam and Town Historian Robert C. Hughes discuss the stories behind some of Huntington's most beautiful historic homes. The event is free, donations greatly appreciated. Registration is required.
Find out more »Walt Whitman Birthplace Association Poetry Reading with Bri Onishea
WWBA is delighted to present Bri Onishea. Bri opens her thoughts, emotions, and memories to the audience in such a way that she opens the audience at the same time. Bri’s words are a journey through self-discovery, a triumph against fear, and a declaration of survival. Join us for an illuminating reading! Join us for this exciting event! $5 suggested donation WWBA staff is currently displaced from our office and closed for public tours of Walt Whitman’s childhood home. Your…
Find out more »Art League of Nassau County- September Virtual General Meeting
September Virtual General Meeting is open to the public. There will be a fall water color demonstration by artist Jan Guarino. The meeting can be accessed through the website: artleagueofnc.org
Find out more »Open House Art Sale
Our 3rd “at home” art sale. Open house craft fair event. Come shop in a safe environment. Located in the private backyard, for worry free shopping, keeping social distancing in mind. Bring the kids, bring your dogs, there will be complementary snacks and drinks to help enjoy this gallery style shopping day. Relax and enjoy the afternoon. We are all missing this summers craft fairs, so we will open up in a craft fair type setting. This is an outdoor…
Find out more »The Babylon Chorale presents: Virtual Mondays Jewish High Holy Day Music
Every Monday, the Babylon Chorale will be bringing in a specialist to discuss a variety of topics related to choral music. Sessions will be one hour in length followed by a brief Q&A with the presenter. This week, our artistic director Jared Berry will be presenting about Jewish High Holy Day music. For information on registering to attend this event, please visit www.babylonchorale.org
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